Event Details:

Library BookclubMarch 17, 2012

This month's selection is "Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close" by Jonathan Safran Foer. Join us for a cup of coffee and what's sure to be a lively discussion as we explore this unique piece of writing. Everyone welcome!

Looking for more information about the new library building in Summerland? Find out more here: New Branch

Coming Up....

Celebrate BC Family Day - "Read Together, Draw Together"

Simply read a book as a family then draw, paint - create based on what you read. Bring your artwork to the library and you will be entered into the draw for a fabulous gift basket. Entries accepted until 3pm Friday, February 13th

" Poetry by the Books" Thursday, February 12 2:30pm

Join us for a variety of poetry read aloud - Funny, romantic or traditional - Something for everyone!

Come enjoy a cup of tea and get acquainted with poetry.

GET HOOKED!

Wednesdays 3:15-4:30pm

Join the crochet club and learn this fun hobby, find new and exciting designs or make something wonderful as a gift - the possibilities are endless. Bring any yarn and crochet hooks you may have on hand.

Supplies will be available if you are new to crochet. Teens and adults welcome - Come learn with us!

Library Bookclub

The bookclub meets monthly during the fall and winter to discuss a wide variety of fiction, non-fiction and biography. The choices range from popular fiction to classics to Canadian selections. The next meeting will be Saturday,February 21st to discuss "The Invention of Wings" by Sue Monk Kidd. The winter/spring reading list is now available at the library desk.

iPad Club

This is a collaborative sharing session where iPad users gather to trade tips and ideas that have been helpful in learning to use the device. (this is not a technical instruction session) Join this drop-in group and enjoy a cup of tea and learn something new about your iPad.

The first meeting in the new year will be Thursday, February 26th at 3pm.

LIBRARY-AT-YOUR-DOOR

This volunteer group has been active at the Summerland Library since 1999. Volunteers bring library materials to those that are homebound and cannot get into the library. If you are interested in joining this group of dedicated volunteers please ask at the circulation desk.

THE FRIENDS OF THE SUMMERLAND LIBRARY

The Friends of the Summerland Library mission statement:

"To encourage and support literacy for all". The Friends of the Library advocate awareness of library services through their support of programs, presenting author visits and hands-on participation in literacy-based activities. The directors of the FOSLS meet the first Thursday each month downstairs in the library basement viewing room.